Mental Health Technician

Oklahoma State Government

Oklahoma City, US
Level i: $14.10 hourly; level ii: $15.28 hourly; s...
On-site
Behavioral health patient care
De-escalation efforts
Promoting wellness and safety
As a Mental Health Technician, you will assist in creating a safe, supportive environment for patients, ensuring that they receive the care they need while engaging in therapeutic activities

Job Summary

  • As a Mental Health Technician, you will assist in creating a safe, supportive environment for patients, ensuring that they receive the care they need while engaging in therapeutic activities.
  • Key responsibilities include providing direct and indirect care, participating in de-escalation efforts, acting as a role model, and assisting with therapeutic activities.
  • The State of Oklahoma provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and longevity bonuses.

Matching Summary

As a Mental Health Technician, you will assist in creating a safe, supportive environment for patients, ensuring that they receive the care they need while engaging in therapeutic activities.

Salary

Level I: $14.10 hourly; Level II: $15.28 hourly; Shift differential pay available; Benefits: Generous state paid benefit allowance, health insurance, retirement savings plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Behavioral health patient care
  • De-escalation efforts
  • Promoting wellness and safety
  • Supportive environment for patients
  • Facilitate therapeutic activities

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to patient well-being
  • Belief in recovery is possible

Key Requirements

  • 1 year of behavioral health patient care experience (Level II)
  • Willing to submit to physical examination
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willing to work weekends and overtime
  • Negative drug test result for safety sensitive positions

Work Rights

Not specified

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